ABC/Mark LevineBlake Shelton’s new single, “God’s Country,” melds the Oklahoma singer’s down-home sensibilities with the hard-rock edge of his label mate, Devin Dawson, who co-wrote the tune. “Saved by the sound of the being found/Dixie whistled in the wind, that’ll get you Heaven bound,” Blake sings. “The devil went down to Georgia but he didn’t stick …
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Mar 29
It “Feels Like” the “Brothers” of LOCASH will keep the “Party” going
BBRYou know it “Feels Like a Party” when you’re willing to get up outrageously early to perform. That’s exactly what LOCASH did on Friday, celebrating the long-awaited release of their new album, Brothers, on ABC’s Good Morning America. The title of the record is both a nod to the close relationship between Preston Brust and Chris Lucas and a track on the …
Mar 29
“Knockin’ Boots” is just the beginning: Luke Bryan to deliver new album before the end of the year
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan’s new single, “Knockin’ Boots,” was a surprise to almost everyone, but there’s even more to come: Fans can expect an entire new album before the end of the year. Even though Luke recently told ABC Radio he’s newly energized about writing — after a self-imposed hiatus because of the demands of American Idol — this …
Mar 29
Watch now: Midland revives the line dance with “Mr. Lonely”
ABC/Image Group LAIf you wonder how serious Midland is about their retro vibe, all you need to do is check out the lead single from their forthcoming sophomore album: “Mr. Lonely” opens with a Dwight–Yoakam-inspired guitar lick and even has its own line dance. “Long live the blues/They’re keeping me in business/Someone to dance/Someone to party/Whatever they need …
Mar 29
George Strait’s six-year-old grandson couldn’t wait to board his “Honky Tonk Time Machine”
MCA Nashville George Strait‘s thirtieth album, which comes out today, turned out to be a family affair. Most of the songs on Honky Tonk Time Machine were written by the Country Music Hall of Famer, along with his son, Bubba Strait, and his longtime collaborator, Dean Dillon. One track even features vocals from Strait’s grandson, Harvey. King …
Mar 29
Jake Owen is “all over the map” on “Greetings from… Jake” — and that’s exactly how he likes it
Big Loud Just like its title, Greetings from… Jake, implies, the new album from Jake Owen is a reintroduction to the Florida native, who already has a string of number ones to his credit. It’s Jake’s first project since leaving his longtime home at RCA to sign with independent label Big Loud, and it also …
Mar 29
The happy marriage of heavy metal and country: Check out Blake Shelton’s “God’s Country”
Warner NashvilleWhat happens when Blake Shelton collaborates with label mate Devin Dawson? Give a listen now to “God’s Country.” The new single by The Voice coach was co-written by the “All on Me” hitmaker. What results from the pair’s collaboration might be described as hardcore country meets heavy metal. It’s well-known that Devin cut his teeth in a heavy metal band. …
Mar 28
Listen now: Luke Bryan is “Knockin’ Boots” in new single
ABC/Craig SjodinBoots need knockin’, according to Luke Bryan, and the American Idol judge is here to do it. Friday night at midnight Eastern, the surprise new single from the Georgia superstar arrived, “Knockin’ Boots.” After the title track from Luke’s most recent album, What Makes You Country, hit number one in February, fans have been watching for the next single …
Mar 28
If You’re Reading This: Two books from Tim McGraw on the way later this year
ABC/Image Group LATim McGraw will soon be able to add “historical author” to his resume. The “Thought About You” hitmaker has co-written a new book with Pulitzer-Prize-winning presidential historian Jon Meacham. In Songs of America: Patriotism, Protest, and the Music That Made a Nation, the two trace U.S. history through the lens of music. While Meacham provides a …
Mar 28
Chris Young to go Fishin’ in the Park to fight cancer this summer
RCA NashvilleThis summer, Chris Young will be throwing a line in the water to help find a cure for cancer. The “Raised on Country” hitmaker will host the 3rd Annual Th3 Legends Cast for a Cure Big Bass Tournament on Saturday, June 1. The fundraiser will take place in Sanders Ferry Park on Old Hickory Lake, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, …